Annecy Travel guide

Annecy : Michelin's recommendations

Annecy, known as the «Venice of Savoie»sits majestically on the side of its lake opposiite one of the best water and mountain spectacles anywhere in the French Alps. The town is constantly changing with its economic importance increasing in line with its industrialisation.

Tourist attractions Annecy : Things to see and do

D909 F - 74000 Annecy

Annecy lake, the jewel of the Alps and the Savoie region has a very seductive air about it, with summits which frame its dark blue waters. 17km long with an area of 2 800 ha and a depth of 45 m. Which are made up of two basins formerly seperated by a..

3 passage de l'Île F - 74000 Annecy

Built on an island in the 12C, the residence of the counts of Geneva has been the state mint, a prison (last in use during the Occupation), law courts and these days it houses Annecy's Heritage Centre. It makes for an attractive scene, with its forbi..

Hotels Annecy

4 Quai Eustache Chappuis F - 74000 Annecy

Prix Prices from : 137 €

Facing the lake and its gardens, our hotel is located in the town centre of Annecy, a couple of paces of the old town and the shopping streets. We are also close to the cinemas, theatre and the best restaurants. You will find us on the banks of t..

6 Bis Rue Royale F - 74000 Annecy

Prix Prices from : 80 €

Centrally located just a 5-minute walk from Annecy Railway station, this charming 18th century hotel offers rooms overlooking the canal or courtyard. All the en suite rooms at Hotel Central are bright and individually decorated. They come with a TV ..

13 Rue Perriere F - 74000 Annecy

This hotel is located in the heart of Annency, a few steps from the castle. It offers individually-decorated rooms with views of the canals, the medieval castle or the town. Each air-conditioned guest-room in the 18th-century building has satellite ..

Restaurants Annecy

7 chemin Belvédère F - 74000 Annecy

A restaurant perched high up, a terrace with a superb view of the lake, a plush interior... but most noteworthy is the food - tantalising, contemporary and subtly creative. If you need a place to stay, the trendy looking rooms are pleasant.

13 r. J. -Mermoz F - 74940 Annecy

The refined and sophisticated decor makes for a wonderful place to savour the chef's subtle, inventive cuisine, which uses herbs and spices to good effect. The terrace overlooking Annecy is so pretty. Superb food, a magnificent wine selection and gue..

1 passage Golliardi F - 74000 Annecy

In the historic centre of Annecy, this restaurant proposes an original concept: a wine bar. The client serves himself a glass from a choice of some 40 bottles, ranging from local wines to Bordeaux vintages. All accompanied by tapas made with fresh in..

25 bis av. de Loverchy F - 74000 Annecy

This restaurant, now a firm favourite with the locals, is run by a young couple with a love for the Mediterranean fish denti. They are both fine, versatile cooks and concoct tasty market cuisine, with a focus on fish and an eye on the seasons - far f..

9 r. Perrière F - 74000 Annecy

Boeuf Patate is not just a restaurant, it is the tribute of a great chef - Laurent Petit of Le Clos des Sens - to his father, an artisan butcher. Hence the menu comprising nothing but fine meats, which are faultlessly prepared and accompanied by pota..

10 r. Vaugelas F - 74000 Annecy

Contemporary oak panelling, light pouring in through the glass doors on one side of the room, flowers in the courtyard... The owner's brother, an architect, created this intimate, elegant and timeless interior. As for the food, you can expect refined..

10 r. de la Poste F - 74000 Annecy

This chic, designer neo-bistro is a great place and has already won favour with local foodies. It has a style of cooking that goes against the grain. It brings innovation to local cuisine, always with a certain lightheartedness, quality ingredients a..

1 pl. St-François-de-Sales F - 74000 Annecy

A breath of fresh air blows over this inn, which was completely refurbished in 2013 and stands next to the Église Saint-François. Abstract paintings stand out from the white and pale blue walls. The menu always gives fish pride of place: seabream tar..